Program Manager

University of Maryland

Maryland

On-site

USD 70,000 - 80,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

University of Maryland, College Park, seeks a capable administrator to coordinate scheduling and registration for Masters' programs in the Robert H. Smith School of Business.

You will gather, verify, and record course information to enable effective scheduling on a non-standard academic calendar while maintaining professionalism. Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years in program management or higher education, with strong MS Office and communication skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Three years of professional program management or higher education experience.
Additional work experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis for up to four years of education.

Responsibilities

Assist in program planning and development.
Support scheduling and registration for MBA programs.
Demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills.

Skills

Business acumen

Oral and written communication

MS Office

Independent judgment

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree

3 years program management or higher education experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement:

This position serves as the primary point of contact for all matters pertinent to the scheduling of and registration for the Masters' programs' courses in the Robert H. Smith School of Business. This position is responsible for gathering, verifying, and recording all course information for an effective scheduling process. In addition, this position is responsible for the setting up and scheduling of semesterly registration, on a non-standard academic calendar. This position must retain a high level of professionalism at all times.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

Assists in program planning and development.
Assists in the resolution of problems that have a significant impact on the overall goals of the department.
May manage a team of professional and support staff.
Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift ten lbs

Licenses/ Certifications

N/A

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Three (3) years of professional program management or higher education experience.
Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Knowledge of business acumen to understand key business drivers, organizational communications, and data.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion.
Ability to develop and administer new policies and procedures.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.

Additional Job Details

Position Summary:

Preferences

Mature judgement.
Able to integrate ideas and concepts.
Able to manage multiple projects.
Able to troubleshoot and problem solve.
Demonstrated independence and resourcefulness.
Friendly, flexible, service-oriented manner.
Must have exceptional organizational and time management skills.
Advanced computer skills and attention to detail.
Strong customer service skills.
Must have strong oral and written communication skills.
Able to communicate effectively with faculty, corporate clients, executives and staff.
Able to respond positively under pressure and workload.
Able to work in a highly independent manner at times across functions within the school.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift ten lbs

Licenses/ Certifications

N/A

Additional Information

Must have a valid drivers license

Best Consideration Date: August 7, 2026

Posting Close Date: N/A

Open Until Filled: Yes

Job Risks: Not Applicable to This Position

Financial Disclosure Required: No For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.

Department: BMGT-Dean-MBA Programs

Worker Sub-Type: Staff Regular

Salary Range: $70K - $80K

Benefits Summary

For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link.

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice

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